HPE Networking Instant On AP12 Indoor Access Point

The HPE R2X00A is an indoor Wi-Fi access point built for small businesses that cannot afford downtime or complicated network gear. It delivers Wi-Fi 5 connectivity on both 2.4 and 5 GHz bands, supports up to 75 simultaneous devices, and moves data at speeds that reach 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Whether you run a café with high guest turnover, a medical practice that relies on stable records access, or a boutique hotel that needs seamless coverage from lobby to rooms, this access point keeps everyone connected without hiccups.

Installation takes a single Ethernet cable, thanks to Power over Ethernet support that carries data and power together. The unit ships with clips that let you secure it to a wall or ceiling, so you can place it where signal distribution is most effective and out of the way of customers or staff. If your building has spots that are hard to wire, built-in Smart Mesh technology links multiple Instant On devices wirelessly, extending coverage without extra cabling.

Day-to-day management is handled through the Instant On mobile app or cloud portal. From there you can create separate networks for guests and employees, design a branded login page, set bandwidth limits, and monitor traffic in real time. Security comes from WPA2 and WPA3 protocols plus a Kensington lock slot for physical protection, giving you confidence that both data and hardware stay safe.

Inside, the access point uses MU-MIMO to serve multiple devices at once and includes internal omni-directional antennas with up to 5.4 dBi gain, so signal strength stays consistent even during peak hours. A built-in Bluetooth Low Energy radio simplifies onboarding of new devices and supports future IoT applications.

Put simply, the HPE R2X00A gives small business owners enterprise-grade reliability without the expense or complexity of a dedicated IT staff.

• Wi-Fi 5 radio that operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands
• Speeds up to 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
• Supports up to 75 connected devices
• Smart Mesh capability for areas where cabling is difficult
• MU-MIMO technology for simultaneous data streams
• Gigabit Ethernet port with Power over Ethernet support
• Internal omni-directional antennas with gain up to 5.4 dBi
• Bluetooth Low Energy radio included
• App and cloud management through Aruba Instant On platform
• Separate guest and employee networks with customizable portal
• Wall or ceiling mounting hardware included
• WPA2 and WPA3 security plus Kensington lock slot